Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen and Mochito van de Mishagen Triumph
KHJA Grand Prix II
23 October 2025 at 3:15 amBy b.wehner
Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen capped the KHJA Grand Prix II with a standout performance aboard Mochito van de Mishagen. Posting the class’s only clear round with the fastest time, the pair claimed the top spot in a highly competitive field.
Their flawless ride highlighted Mochito’s scope and agility while demonstrating Vanderveen’s precision and composure, making this win a memorable moment of the event.
Photo courtesy of Stefan Lafrentz
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